[DeTomaso] DOT-5 Brake luid

[MikeLDrew at aol.com]

In a message dated 12/15/08 8 28 20, enauman at roadrunner.com writes:


>                 Why do you say Silicone brake fluid is unstable?  Harley
> won't "authorize" anything else in their bikes.
> 

That's because Harleys are unstable too. :>)

Actually, silicone brake fluid has one advantage which is that it doesn't 
harm paint and doesn't absorb moisture, which is why it's used in vehicles that 
receive no maintenance and rarely move under their own power, i.e. show cars, 
cars in museums, and Harleys. :>)

Seriously, here's a link to a site (warning, it's a Chevy site) that has a 
decent description:

http://www.superchevy.com/technical/chassis/brakes/0509sc_fluid/index.html

and a motorcycle site with similar info:

http://www.motorcycleproject.com/motorcycle/text/cows-brakefluid.html

And finally, one more link from Stoptech with a bunch of good information.

http://www.stoptech.com/tech_info/wp_brakefluid_1a.shtml

Mike



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